Lead Software Engineer - Quant Research Technology

Join a high‑performance team building an industry‑leading quantitative portfolio construction platform, where you’ll apply strong Java/(Python across the full SDLC. You’ll work on microservices on AWS ECS, develop event‑driven services with AWS Lambda, Airflow for complex batch processing, leverage Amazon S3, Cassandra for scalable, low‑latency data storage— to turn data and analytics into production‑grade capabilities that advance  JPM Asset Management business. Expect to keep stakeholders informed, uphold best practices and modern architecture across complex systems, and collaborate effectively within large teams. Candidates with a BS/MS in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related discipline—and a passion for building an innovative culture—are encouraged to apply.
As a Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within JPM Asset Management, We are looking for you to contribute to the transformation of quantitative portfolio construction into an industry leading platform. If you are expert in java or python,  passionate about quality of your software and interested in data analytics please apply. You will dive head-first into creating innovative solutions that advance businesses and careers.  You’ll join an inspiring and curious team of technologists dedicated to improving  the design, analytics, development, coding, testing and application programming that goes into creating high quality software and new products.  
 

Job responsibilities

• Executes creative software solutions, design, development, and technical troubleshooting with ability to think beyond routine or conventional approaches to build solutions or break down technical problems
• Develops secure high-quality production code, and reviews and debugs code written by others
• Identifies opportunities to eliminate or automate remediation of recurring issues to improve overall operational stability of software applications and systems
• Leads evaluation sessions with external vendors, startups, and internal teams to drive outcomes-oriented probing of architectural designs, technical credentials, and applicability for use within existing systems and information architecture
• Leads communities of practice across Software Engineering to drive awareness and use of new and leading-edge technologies

• Adds to team culture of diversity, opportunity, inclusion, and respect

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• BS or MSc degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or Science Discipline    

• Excellent software development skill in Java or Python and ability to learn new technologies quickly

• Advanced knowledge of architecture and design across all systems

• Knowledge of industry-wide technology trends and best practices

• Ability to work in large, collaborative teams to achieve organizational goals

• Passionate about building an innovative culture

J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world’s most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long-term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our

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